TEST ADMINISTATOR

The primary purpose of this position is: To function as the installation's testing program manager/Test Control Officer (TCO). Responsible for the management and administration of the Air Force Military Personnel Testing System (AFMPTS), Voluntary Education Testing Program, and other specialized testing programs., * Directs and administers the installation level testing programs, which may include, but not limited to all military tests (AFOQT, CDC, EDPT, TBAS, AFRAT, HAZMAT, etc.), the Credit-by-Exam program (CLEP/DSST), civilian testing programs, such as FAA and Pearson Vue testing, and any other required tests IAW with applicable directives

• Manages and administers the installation's Weighted Airman Promotion System (WAPS) tests.
• Management/Security of Test Materials.
• Manages the Foreign Language Proficiency Pay & Bonus (FLPP/FLPB) programs. Provides guidance to Service members and ensures all requirements for FLPP/FLPB eligibility are met in accordance with applicable directives.
• Develop, interpret, and analyze data extracts and reports from automated testing databases and/or develop the most efficient and effective automated systems approaches for presenting reports and graphics for management., * U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Personal data, to which the incumbent has access, are controlled by the Privacy Act of 1974 and must be safeguarded appropriately.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Promotion data are Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and are not releasable except as prescribed.
• May be required to travel in order to administer tests to personnel assigned to Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).
• Must possess attribute of unquestionable integrity
• Knowledge of applicable Air Force Instructions (AFI) is desired.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Verbal and written skills to prepare publicity materials and present informational briefings/presentations.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This position is open to current Global Strike Command employees only. employees only, * Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician Series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes, Knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines in relation to functions performed as Test Control Officer. Skill in assisting with policy, procedures and guideline development in relation to test control, security, and disposition of test materials; knowledge of promotion, career, proficiency and other military tests; identify discrepancies in selective records; screen and develop lists of eligibles for promotion based on date of rank and scheduled pending promotion boards, reconcile headquarters promotion eligible list; ability to analyze, research, interpret rules, regulations, procedures and precedents relating to military testing, military e complex procedural and program issues and provide guidance to commanders, supervisors, managers, and military personnel; knowledge of the regulations, directives, policies, and procedures regarding the receipt, storage, handling, accountability, and destruction of controlled test materials; knowledge of military personnel policies, programs, regulations, and procedures regarding rank structure, assignments, eligibility, record keeping and the requirements for promotion; knowledge/experience with Military Personnel Database System (MILPDS), Case Management System (CMS) and WAPS Information Retrieval System (WIRE) to document, pull and analyze reports, review/manipulate automated products and enter data/correct errors; knowledge of various office processing software, procedures and functions employed to produce a wide range of documents and correspondence.

EDUCATION: Have successfully completed graduate level education in a field directly related to this position which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Have combination of specialized experience and education as described above. Therefore, applicant has a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS External Candidates: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of military policies and procedures and coding systems relating to military testing programs.

2. Knowledge of military personnel instructions, principles, processes, and policies and of the regulations, directives, policies, and procedures regarding the receipt, storage, handling, accountability, and destruction of controlled test materials.

3. Knowledge of military personnel policies, regulations, and procedures regarding rank structure, assignments, record keeping and the requirements for promotion.

4. Skill with various office automation software programs, tools, techniques to support test administration, and office operations.

5. Skill in typing and ability to use computers and related software application.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to disseminate guidance, letters, bulletins, reports, and statistical summaries on personnel issues and programs, conduct training and briefings, and present issues and recommendations.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience., FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying., Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution., Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.